FabR[Senior Patek Moderator]
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First off, major congrats on the Montoya in Titanium, I do think it's a terrific choice! ;-) As for the Code, it looks like they have made some substantial improvements on the dial side...
Aug 12, 2020,17:18 PM
...which I believe was the main concern many collectors had with these new references last year. Even though I'm honestly still far from an enthusiast, since I had a chance to see the Code in person, I'm also much more positive about what AP is trying to accomplish here (I had a chance to try on and discuss quite extensively some models with the AP boutique in Milano, last winter break, which was very helpful). I'm now looking forward to seeing the newer versions as well, since I haven't yet -- and from your pictures this specific burgundy chrono looks particularly attractive! ;-)
Enjoy, and please post some wristshots of your new Montoya when you get a chance!
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Hands on opinion about the Code 11:59.
By: ZSHSZ : August 12th, 2020-16:31
Today I decided to do a “drive by” to the AP Boutique, since I broke under the forums presure😜 and decided to buy the Montoya Titanium that I had on loan for a week. I needed to order a new strap, and also a rubber strap so I can make it a bit more wearab...
No offense
By: sschew : August 12th, 2020-16:57
But that looks like a Daniel Wellington or Police watch my humble opinion of course
No offense taken, we all have different tastes
By: ZSHSZ : August 12th, 2020-17:15
I totally disliked this watch myself when initially released, and maybe the dial color not for everyone but the movement’s precision and operation is quite impressive(and I handled a couple). Daniel Wellington wishes to have a movement as this!
I'm with you
By: dnlmpg : August 12th, 2020-18:42
I wasn't impressed at all at launch. But seeing it in person after has really started to make it grow on me. The blue and burgundy dials, in particular, are super pleasing to the eye.
I want to be very clear, NO HATE
By: Mostel : August 12th, 2020-19:21
but this dial just does not work for me, as a Purist, if you will... the date at 4:30 is not in tune with our ideals... the dial is clearly more than an Homage to Moser, God Bless Moser, OK that's no problem, but it should be noted. As collectors.... we h...
I see your point and I agree with most of your points.
By: ZSHSZ : August 13th, 2020-03:24
However I would mention that in our modern times, every brand is copying someone else, sadly it’s hard to find originality, so maybe this is why this watch is so controversial!? While it’s not the love of my live, as watches go, the movement’s precision i...
THE DATE! Hahahaha, I know how you feel about it...!
By: ZSHSZ : August 13th, 2020-04:03
I was totally against this watch, I didn’t understood what AP tried to do, but seeing in the metal, I start to like it. Now off course, burgundy, purple, is not for everyone or an everyday wear, but it’s a very impressive mechanical achievement as I see i...
I looked at these as well, both the HMD and the Chrono
By: rnaden : August 12th, 2020-23:23
My impressions are similar - the dial colour graduation is very nicely done, the casework is beautiful, so is the movement. The problem I had with it is that the dial design is quite generic, and my biggest issue is that the fonts used for the hours, the ...
Thanks for your detailed post and opinions.
By: MichaelC : August 13th, 2020-06:03
I saw them once last year at a boutique. Since day 1, the case design / structure and movements have been ultra alluring to me. The recently launched dials are definitely nice to my eyes. I expect to own a piece from this collection in the coming year or ...
I completely see your point, I have the same feeling with Lange.
By: ZSHSZ : August 14th, 2020-14:09
Sadly lately it’s really hard to find originality in the ocean of horology, specially if if you’re an old sailor... I don’t get impressed anymore by any press releases, or any photos. Regarding the 11:59, I think this watch is a real sports watch, packed ...